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Balancing Innovation and Regulation: Insights on Digital Policy

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LightCastle Analytics Wing
January 6, 2025
Balancing Innovation and Regulation: Insights on Digital Policy

As Bangladesh advances its digital agenda, the intersection of innovation and regulation is becoming a critical focal point. The policy brief, Balancing Innovation and Regulation: Insights on Digital Policy, provides a strategic lens on how the nation can unlock the potential of emerging technologies while safeguarding consumer trust and ensuring regulatory compliance.

Key Findings: Striking the Balance

Bangladesh has made significant strides, from the ICT Act of 2006 to drafting the National AI Policy in 2024. However, critical gaps persist in building robust AI infrastructure, regulating Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms, and enforcing ethical data governance. The brief draws on best practices from global leaders such as Singapore, Japan, and India, offering a clear pathway for balancing innovation with regulatory rigour.

Actionable Recommendations

  1. Accelerating AI Adoption: Develop centralized infrastructure, incentivize private-public partnerships, and upskill talent to harness AI’s transformative potential.
  2. Modernizing OTT Regulation: Establish a tailored framework to address piracy, support content creators, and enable seamless international transactions.
  3. Strengthening Data Privacy: Introduce transparent data-sharing practices and adopt interoperable cross-border mechanisms to foster global alignment.

Why It Matters

By integrating these recommendations, Bangladesh can create an ecosystem that fosters technological advancement while safeguarding the rights and interests of its citizens. The policy brief not only charts a vision for digital transformation but also provides a pragmatic roadmap for achieving it.

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